Key Points
- Define non-negotiables across water, soil, and access before looking at buildings.
- Use hospitality fit and seasonality to stress-test year-round viability.
- Map nearby suppliers and trusted operators before final commitment.
A practical lens for selecting locations where ecology, governance, and hospitality can scale together.
Most project failures begin before design. Site context drives resilience, operations, and long-term cash flow.
A decision matrix to compare habitat systems by weather risk, envelope strategy, and capex.